Doug was a co-worker and friend.  He is sorely missed. My deepest sympathy to Laura and the rest of Doug's family & friends. God Bless.

I am so sorry for your family's loss.  I was a coworker of Doug's at MetLife and he was such a kind, friendly man.  He will be missed dearly.

Deepest sympathies to Doug's family and friends.

Our prayers are with you. May god bless you and your family.

So sorry for your loss.  He was a fun person and he died so young.

For Laura, Jean, Francis and Laura's and Doug's family:
It was my great pleasure to have known Doug.  Laura, you and Doug were so happy and made a simply wonderful couple.  My heart is breaking for you.  Please don't be mad at God - he is crying too.
My thoughts and prayers are with you all.

I worked with Doug at MetLife.  He was the nicest guy and a pleasure to work with.  Even though I never met Doug, I am very shaken by his passing.  My condolences to his family and friends.

Laura, I started working with Doug at MetLife recently.  He was a nice guy and I was enjoying getting to know him.  My thoughts are with you.

I had not had the opportnity to meet Doug but I know that everyone thought so highly of him and I heard many stories about how funny and sweet he was.  Laura...I am truly sorry for your loss and keeping you and your family in my thoughts and prayers.

My sincerest condolonces. I knew Doug from college at New Paltz. He was such a nice guy, always there with a warm smile and a kind word. I am so sorry for your loss.

I met Doug during the Fall '92 semester at New Paltz . . . he helped me to carry every last article and even then some into "our" dorm room.  
We "tried" when occasion struck to make prank phone calls at least once, and, Doug, at least once, berated me for not just trying to but making friends with some of the unsuspecting recipients of those so-called "anonymous" calls!  I, though not nearly alone I'm sure, may even recall issuing the warning NOT TO JUMP IN THE GUNK!, yes, also, at New Paltz.  The many trips to the hills and fields.  I even recall with sadness the long nights oftentimes spent in the library, on the so-called "school-nights," though, knowing the good week-end times with Doug, et al, at Pigs, were just around the corner.  During the time I knew him, not nearly long enough, Doug introduced me to Long Island; his favorite dish, as prepared by his Mom: egg parm, as I recall, [though I didn't much care for it at the time (sorry, I've grown to love it)]; laughin'; UNDERSTANDING . . . CARING . . . what being a friend is all about!  Thing is, I for one forgot those lessons, and, for that, I'm sorry.  Unselfishly, I am truly sorry for the loss of your loved one and a true friend.  Doug would do anything, for nearly anybody, at nearly any hour -- what a fine trait!  Not to sound fickle, but this here was a guy who'd take a friend out at whatever hour to get even a cold glass of orange juice.  The two of us I'd say endured some enlightening, at the least, and, perhaps life-saving [and, that's to Doug's credit], moments during the brief years we called each other "roomies."  What's more, I know I join with Naomi, Greg, Chris, Ed, Nancy, Jodi, and, all the gang from New Paltz in a heartfealt farewell: though gone, never forgotten.  Heaven is all around us, not to preach; but, spirits do prevail and endure as years pass for old and young alike!  Doug's spirit will carry on and thank you for allowing us to be a part of it!

I looked forward to talking with Doug when I took little walks on our street. My best memories.... Doug coming to the rescue after major snow storms and the plow making a wall at the end of the driveways. Doug loved to help people out and cleared their driveways. Miss you Pal.

My sincere sympathy on the loss of such a beautiful person.  I have never seen Doug without a smile on his face.  Prayers and condolences to Laura and all of Doug and Laura's family.

Doug was a friend to many at MetLife who made us smile, just by seeing him in the hall with that famous grin or a hysterical story.  I don't think I ever saw him in a bad mood.

My deepest sympathies to his family.

Laura, I only met Doug a few times, but I always think of him as being a warm funny man who loved you very much. I am so sorry. We will be thinking of you and praying for you and your family.

Elizabeth and Albert

Dear Laura and Family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time of loss....We are here to support you with whatever you need.
Island Ob/Gyn 
Dr. Jerry Ninia and Staff

Doug was a wonderful Husband,Son,Brother,nephew ! He thought of all ! If we had more Doug's in this world . What a wonderful place it would be ! We will miss you !   Love Aunt Jane & Michael

Doug was such a wonderful man.  He will truly be missed.  Our deepest sympathy to his family.  I will remember him always for his wonderful sense of humor.

It was our pleasure  to have known Doug.  He will be missed by all that had the privilege to know him.  With deepest sympathy,  The Poggi Family

May God bless you and grace you with precious memories of Doug always. 
   Jeanene Fowler (MetLife)

Doug was my co-worker and friend.  I will miss him and I am so truly sorry for your loss.

My deepest sympathy to you now in your time of sorrow, on the loss of Doug.  I worked with him at MetLife. He was a fine man.

Dear Laura,
May God bless you and your loved ones in this time of sorrow. You and your family will be in our prayers. 
- Arun & Pradnya Karande

Laura, God Bless you at this most difficult time.  My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Words fail me.  There are no words.  God bless you both and keep you.  Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
                                                 Kitty & Mel

Doug was one of my brother Tom's good friends and if you're a friend to one of the Matich's you're a friend to all.  We certainly shared some good times out...one of my personal favorites was the night Doug offered  his unique rendition of "When You're Happy and You Know It...Clap Your Hands" during a break in the live music. Makes me smile now just to think of it...I have little doubt that he is abiding in the joy and laughter that he brought to the many lives he touched.  You will be missed, Doug!

In Bayside NY at my Dad's poker games we would call him Doug E Fresh (or Mr. Fresh).  Doug would get schooled by Tony or by my brother Tommy.  Then one night Doug E Fresh took us all to the cleaners!  Doug, the man with a great heart and a terrific sense of humor.  You will be missed.

We are so saddened by the loss of Doug.  We are praying for and thinking of all of you.  Love, Tom, Emily, Annie and Gillian

dear laura, frank jean and family,words cannot express our sorrow for the loss of doug. he will be missed and will forever be in our hearts and prayers.we love you,bill,willy, jonathan,and eleanor

On the few occasions that I met Doug and all the nice stories I have heard of he and his lovely wife Laura and family, I always thought of him with a smile.
I pray that God will give you the strength and grace at this most difficult time.

May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.

Praying for comfort during your time of grief.

So sorry for your loss!

Jalane Kirkpatrick (MetLife)

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

I have such wonderful memories of Doug at his wedding and family get-togethers, and those unforgettable barbeques.  You will be missed by so many. My thoughts and prayers go out to Laura and his entire family.  God Bless.

Jean and Frank:  I never met your fine young son, but I do know Laura and her family and I will pray that all of you receive the strength you need to make it through the future without Doug.

Dear Jean and Frank

My heart aches for you. I didn't know Douglas except by your stories about him but I can't imagine losing a child so young. I hope the strength and love and support of family and friends will get you thru this difficult time.

Love Barbara Stanley

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Douglas John Brown

June 3, 1973 – October 15, 2011

O.B. Davis Funeral Homes - Miller Place

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